Wipers and Washers
Wipers
To wipe the windshield, rotate the end of the
left-hand steering column lever away from
you. The steering column lever has five
positions:
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1st: Off.
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2nd: Auto with low rain sensitivity.*
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3rd: Auto with high rain sensitivity.*
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4th: Continuous, slow.
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5th: Continuous, fast.
For a single wipe, press and release the end of
the lever.
If the wipers are set to Auto and Model X
detects no liquid on the windshield, the wipers
do not wipe.
When you operate the wipers, headlights
automatically turn on (if they are not on
already).
*To enable the Auto settings, touch Controls >
Vehicle > Autowipers (Beta). When wipers are
set to Auto, Model X detects whether or not it
is raining. The frequency at which they wipe
depends on how much rain is detected on the
windshield. When wipers are set to high rain
sensitivity, the wipers turn on when Model X
detects a light mist.
Note: The Auto setting is currently in BETA. If
uncertain about using the Auto setting while
in the BETA phase, Tesla recommends
operating the wipers manually, as necessary.
Caution: Ensure the wipers are in the Off
position before washing Model X to avoid
the risk of damaging the wipers.
To extend the life of wiper blades, remove ice
from the windshield before turning wipers on.
Ice has sharp edges that can damage the
rubber on the blades.
Periodically check and clean the edge of the
wiper blade. If damaged, contact Tesla
Service.
Caution: In harsh climates, ensure that the
wiper blades are not frozen or adhered to
the windshield.
De-icing Wipers
To make wiper blades easy to access so you
can remove any ice and snow, shift Model X
into Park, turn the wipers off, then use the
touchscreen to move them to the service
position. Touch Controls > Service > Wiper
Service Mode. When parking in cold outdoor
climates, it is helpful to leave Model X with the
wipers in the service position. In this position,
they are closer to the defrost vent, allowing
you to thaw them by directing air from the
climate control system towards the
windshield.
Note: Wipers automatically return to their
normal position when you shift Model X out of
Park.
If Model X is equipped with the optional cold
weather package, you can de-ice wipers by
touching the climate control on the
touchscreen (see
on page
134). Wiper heaters automatically turns off
after 15 minutes.
Washers
Press the button on the end of the left
steering column lever to spray washer fluid
onto the windshield. You can press this button
at two levels. Press partially for a single wipe,
without any washer fluid. Press fully for both
wipe and wash. When washing the windshield,
the wipers will perform two wipes after you
release the button, then a third wipe a few
seconds later.
Periodically top up washer fluid (see
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